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Children’s charity awarded £5,000 from The Cadbury Foundation

The invaluable work of BOUNCE! Brighter Futures has been given a major boost, thanks to a £5,000 donation from The Cadbury Foundation, made possible by the support of local Mondelēz International employees.

The mid-Devon mental health charity, which is dedicated to...

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How Feldenkrais Transforms Physical and Mental Well-being

In the middle of the 20th century, the Ukrainian-Israeli physicist Moshé Feldenkrais devised his method for manipulating the human body, and thereby attaining a better quality of life. Today, it’s often seen as a way of becoming more aware of your physical presence in space, in a manner not dissimilar to yoga and mindfulness meditation. It emphasises gentle movement, and a constant awareness...

Exmouth Students Dazzle in Five Sell-Out Performances of Mary Poppins

Nearly 100 talented students from Exmouth Community College delivered a spectacular, West-End-style production of Mary Poppins, wowing audiences across five sell-out performances at the Elizabeth Lee Theatre.

With two alternating casts taking on the iconic roles of Mary and Bert, the show impressed audiences with performances beyond the students’ years.

The production...

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Westbank’s warm welcome for the community this winter

Westbank Community Health and Care has opened the doors of its warm, welcoming winter space for the communities of Exminster and Starcross, and is trialling a new shuttle service two days a week to help local people get there.

Warmwell at Westbank is within the charity’s recently revamped Community Hub and is open Monday - Friday from 10am for anyone seeking a welcoming, heated space...

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A tradition of kindness: Armed Forces charity hits 17 years of Christmas hamper delivery

SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity, organised 100 hampers to be delivered across Devon to local veterans this Christmas. Now in its 17th year, this annual initiative is a cherished tradition uniting the community with a shared vision to spread joy and offer meaningful support.  

SSAFA supports veterans, serving personnel and their families and have proudly undertaken this initiative,...

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Grosvenor Casino Plymouth spins into action with major gaming investment

Grosvenor Casino Plymouth has raised the stakes for gaming fans across Devon after unveiling a jackpot investment with the rollout of 20 new Slot machines.

The casino is placing its bets on giving its customers more ways to play by enhancing its premium gaming offer, increasing the total number of slot machines to 40 and delivering an even more exciting and entertaining experience...

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The Subtle Lifestyle Tweaks That Make Stress Easier to Manage

Routine changes can subtly modify stress. Exercise and meditation are well known, but small adjustments are often overlooked. A cup of tea before bed or a brisk walk after lunch may not seem revolutionary, but they can reduce life's demands. Reinforced daily rituals bring about change. Even sceptics are surprised by the cumulative effect of small actions that become routine. Why do most...

PRP Hair Injections: The Cutting-Edge Solution Transforming Hair Loss Treatment

Hair loss affects millions of people worldwide, influencing not only appearance but also confidence and overall well-being. While traditional treatments, like medications or hair transplants , have long been the primary options, many individuals are seeking solutions that are both effective and minimally invasive. PRP hair injections have emerged as a scientifically backed, innovative...

REVIEW: Icescape Westpoint

With four kids between us aged 12 to 18, organising a festive family outing usually involves spreadsheets, negotiations and at least one teenager muttering, “Do I have to come?” under their breath.

So when Icescape Westpoint announced its much-anticipated return, we jumped at the chance to test whether it could deliver that rare miracle: something all of them would enjoy.

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The Best Gaming Halls in Devon

If you’re wandering around Devon looking for something fun to do after a long day by the coast or exploring the countryside, you don’t have to look far. The county has built a great gaming and casino scene over the years. What used to be a fairly calm part of the southwest now has loads of places where you can grab a drink and enjoy some games.

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A special piece of history returns home to Rowcroft

A solid silver prayer book has recently been gifted to Rowcroft Hospice. The beautifully bound book reconnects the hospice to its heritage and the kindness that has helped shape the Rowcroft story.

This October, Frances Adley and her daughter Ruth, visited Rowcroft to meet with its Chief Executive, Mark Hawkins, and to present the prayer book. The book was originally given by Ella...

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